Step 2 Further knowledge in dementia

You will have already completed workbook 1 which provides information and knowledge in a number of topics about dementia. This workbook builds on the knowledge you already have about those topics and introduces some new areas of learning about dementia.

The workbook is supported by the PowerPoint presentations, ‘Further knowledge in dementia part 1‘ and ‘Further knowledge in dementia part 2‘.

There are links within the workbook which direct you to tasks and opportunities to explore further information about the subject areas. If you are not doing the workbook online you will need to print off the workbook. Relevant handouts are included as a link with the printable workbook.

You can demonstrate your learning by completing the tasks and the short quiz at the end of the workbook. This will provide evidence to your manager of your learning. Please note some of the tasks require access to the Internet.

Learning outcomes

By completing this workbook you will:

  • know how the brain is affected when a person has dementia and be able link this to the difficulties the person may experience
  • gain awareness of how physical health is important to a person with dementia
  • understand about how person centred care and positive communication can improve well being for people with dementia
  • identify different legislation which can affect people with dementia
  • gain knowledge about the different medications available for people with dementia
  • understand how diverse the experience of dementia can be, and
  • understand the importance of working with family and friends of people with dementia.

Bitesize learning to accompany the workbook

This workbook is supported by the following PowerPoint presentations:

Learning library

We have created a library of useful learning resources to accompany the workbook.

These resources provide you with access to further learning opportunites to enhance your dementia awareness.

Acknowledgements
This workbook has been based on the Dementia Training & Education Strategy model and resources for Gloucestershire, and adapted by the South West Development Centre on behalf of the South West Dementia Partnership for wider dissemination and sharing.

Written by Tina Kukstas, Dementia Training Solutions, supported by an Advisory group:

  • Diane Bardsley, South West Development Centre,
  • Jan Ellis, Gloucestershire Primary Care Trust,
  • Rebecca Hardwick, South West Development Centre.

This process has taken place in consultation with the Regional Dementia Workforce network with comments from:

  • Paul O’Shea, Plymouth PCT
  • Nick Thorne, South Gloucestershire Council
  • Diane Johnson, Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
  • Mary Dart, Devon County Council
  • Sue Ives, PHNSHT
  • Karen Grimshaw, Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Jane Rachael, Capita L&D
  • Paul Hopkins, STAR Team Bristol
  • Lindsey Pike, Cornwall Council
  • Mark Humphries, Dorset PCT
  • Nic White, Plymouth NHS
  • Belinda Lock, Devon County Council
  • Jet O’Neill, North Bristol NHS Trust
  • Elizabeth Bartlett

Grateful thanks to all involved for their inspiration and enthusiasm